Inigo Posted December 9, 2018 Share Posted December 9, 2018 Rear door latch has finally seized shut (after months of warning) so I bought a new genuine one to replace it when I dismantle door. However, it doesn't look the same. Has lightweight drilled handle and a number of what appear to be counterweights on the other end of the external handle. Is this a new improved genuine version or a pattern part. It seems solid enough on the outside, but I'd rather ensure it was genuine if that is what I have paid for. Anyone familiar with this style of latch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneandtwo Posted December 9, 2018 Share Posted December 9, 2018 (edited) Yes, it is a genuine / oem part. My Puma has one from new, they were fitted to the last few years of production, idea is lighter handle and counter weight make it easier to operate door handle. Can’t say mine is much different from older type. If you have pre 2002 defender then door lock barrel is different Also if replacing an older lock you have to modify the striker slightly with file / angle grinder as there is an extra reinforcing plate which fouls the older striker. Edited December 9, 2018 by oneandtwo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo Posted December 9, 2018 Author Share Posted December 9, 2018 Lovely, thank you. I've actually got two to fit, one to a Puma and one to a 1987 110, but with a much newer rear door. Thanks for the tip about the striker, I'll be less flummoxed when I come to that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneandtwo Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 You need to grind or file a second flat in the face of the striker so it looks like the one in the link. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Land-Rover-Defender-Safari-Rear-Door-Latch-Striker-Catch-Plate-FQB000040-/230699913833 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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